Sermons on God Honors Obedience:

Searching Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2023

“How much of the world must I give up?” Answer, “Follow God completely and it will give you up.”

A. INTRODUCTION: 1 KINGS 18:1-21 1. Today’s lesson: a. Ahab and Obadiah searching for food. b. Obadiah searching for Elijah (v. 7). c. Ahab searching for Elijah. “Is it really you, you troublemaker of Israel” (v. 17). d. Elijah wants to be found. “Go … tell ... Elijah is here” (v. 8). ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Christ The Friend PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores God's love, our unity in Christ, and the call to extend this love to others, as guided by the Holy Spirit.

Dear brothers and sisters, welcome. I am delighted that you've chosen to join us today, as we gather in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to consider the profound truths that He has revealed to us in His Word. Today, we are going to immerse ourselves in the depths of God's love, the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:44-48, 1 John 5:1-6, John 15:9-17

Topics: Friendship, Love, Obedience

Running The Race

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 16, 2009

A message of faith. Do we hide from fear, or step out in faith? Do we normally run to God, or away from Him? And this message ends with a question: ’Are we serious about living for Jesus, or do we just go through the motions, thinking we are serious?’

Two gas company employees were out reading meters one day when they started talking about how good of physical condition they were in. One of them bragged that he used to be a track star in high school and the other one claimed to be one, too. So they decided that after they checked the meter ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:9

Denomination: *other

Nehemiah’s Mission Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 9, 2016

The declaration and mission of Nehemiah is more than just rebuilding a wall, it's a calling for men and women to return to living fully for the God in heaven. Doesn't the church today have the exact same mission? Why are we not living it?

Nehemiah’s Mission Nehemiah 2:1-20 Introduction - Nehemiah is a great study of leadership, but also of obedience to God - Last time we saw our man Nehemiah receiving very disturbing news -- This news was about Jerusalem and its apparent fall into ruin; people disgraced -- His heart ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Surrendering Your Family Series

Contributed by Harold Laubach Jr on Jan 28, 2012

This is a sermon on surrendering our families to God, and the blessings that result.

As we continue our sermon series on surrender this week, you will want to follow along in the book of Luke chapter 9. As we heard a bit ago, verses 57-62 talk about the costs of following our Savior. Well our subject this week, is still on surrender, but more specifically, Surrendering our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Salvation Army

Glory Story Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 11, 2017

Jesus gave God glory by fulfilling what God had given him to do. As a result, Jesus was honored with glory form the Father. Glory and Giving apply to us as well.

1. The Messiah was referred to as the “Coming One.” • Are you the One? Luke 7.18-19 18 The disciples of John reported all these things to him. And John, 19 calling two of his disciples to him, sent them to the Lord, saying, “Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?” [Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Proclaiming Jesus Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 22, 2017

When you obey God the hosts of heaven stand at attention, ready to aid you in your righteous endeavor; the Spirit of God comes along side to help; Jesus adds His “Amen” to your prayers, and our heavenly Father moves creation to work on your behalf.

Colossians 1:28 He [Jesus] is the one we proclaim, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone fully mature in Christ. 29 To this end I strenuously contend with all the energy Christ so powerfully works in me. Proclaiming Jesus-that everyone may become ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:28-29

Denomination: *other

The Precious.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 3, 2021

God’s promises weighed on the balance scales In your mind’s eye, please see a set of balance scales. Balance scales are the type we see the blind lady of justice holding, where a heavier weight tilts in that direction but even weight balances out perfectly.

The Precious. Jeremiah 15:19 The prophet Jeremiah faced rebuke, mockery and loneliness and stood transparent before God and lifted his state of depression to the Lord. God’s promises weighed on the balance scales In your mind’s eye, please see a set of balance scales. Balance scales are the type ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:19, 2 Chronicles 7:11-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Looking To The Future

Contributed by Paul George on Sep 14, 2003

Zechariah’s answer to the question the delegation from Bethel asked about continuing or discontinuing the public fasts was in the form of reproof. In this chapter he is ordered to change his voice, and to speak words of encouragement to the obedient pri

Zechariah’s answer to the question the delegation from Bethel asked about continuing or discontinuing the public fasts was in the form of reproof. In this chapter he is ordered to change his voice, and to speak words of encouragement to the obedient priests and people. Zechariah is told to tell ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:1-23

Denomination: Holiness

God As Number One First Commandment. Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Sep 22, 2015

The first in a series of sermons exploring the ten commandments uses some sermon central material which I failed to record. God Bless

Exodus 20:1-20:6 Matthew 22:34-22:40 Mark 12:30-12:32 Exodus 20:1-20New International Version (NIV) The Ten Commandments 20 And God spoke all these words: 2 “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. 3 “You shall have no other gods before[a] me. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Will Serve The Lord

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 23, 2018

When you join the military, your life no longer belongs to you, but to the US government! You don't decide what time you'll get up or where you'll go, the military does that. It's the same committing to Jesus; He now calls the shots!

WE WILL SERVE THE LORD Josh. 24:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A Father of five came home with a toy. "Which of you should be given the present? Who is the most obedient, never talks back to Mom, and does everything he or she is told to do?" 2. There was a silence for a moment, then a chorus of ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Judges

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 21, 2013

Blessings in our life start with us listening to the voice of God!

Judges! Judges 2:17”………….they would not listen to their judges…….” Believe me, I listened to a lady’s grievances for not less than a hour and half and towards the end when I asked her to listen to me for two minutes, she had no patience to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Who Blesses In Drought Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 30, 2025

This teaching reveals how God blesses His people even when everything around them is dry and unproductive. It also explores the principles that provoke such blessings, including obedience, covenant alignment, and trust in God's Word.

THE GOD WHO BLESSES IN DROUGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 26:1-14 Supporting Texts: Psalm 33:18-19, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Job 5:20-22, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Matthew 6:31-33 INTRODUCTION: Drought symbolises a time of hardship, lack, or economic downturn. It can be a season when resources ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Things That Give God Joy

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 23, 2025

God’s happiness is not based on material offerings or religious rituals but on our obedience, faith, worship, and love for others. When we walk in righteousness, win souls, and serve Him faithfully, we bring Him great joy.

THINGS THAT GIVE GOD JOY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 15:7 "I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance." Supporting Texts: Psalm 147:11, Hebrews 11:6, Micah 6:8, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:7, Psalm 147:11, Hebrews 11:6, Micah 6:8, Matthew 25:21, John 4:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Moses On The Mountain With The Lord - Part 13 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 18, 2011

1. God cares about our homes (5th & 7th Com; vs. 12&14). 2. God commands us to harbor life (6th Com; vs. 13). 3. God cares about our honesty (8th & 9th Com; vs. 15-16). 4. God commands us to be good hearted toward our neighbors (10th Com; vs. 17).

Moses on the Mountain with the Lord - Part 13 (The Ten Commandments - Part 3) Exodus 20:12-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - September 22, 2010 BACKGROUND: *When Moses came down the mountain from his fifth meeting with the Lord, he carried something back with him: the Ten ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12-17

Denomination: Baptist